Looking for a short-term job? Apply to work on the 2020 Census

Abigail Rosenthal, GateHouse Media

Tuesday

Jun 25, 2019 at 11:32 AM

The 2020 Census kicks off this August, and it takes quite a few people to pull it off. The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for thousands of temporary employees across the U.S. and Puerto Rico to help with the 2020 Census count.

The Bureau is mainly looking for door-to-door census takers, but there are positions available for recruiting assistants, office staff and supervisory staff.

Pay varies by location, but starts at $13 per hour and can reach as high as $30 per hour. Employees are paid weekly, and the position lasts several weeks until census taking is complete in your area. Mileage and expense reimbursement is also available.

Hours are flexible, but often require evening or weekend work when most people are home.

To get the gig, you have to be at least 18, have a valid Social Security Number, be a U.S. citizen, have a valid email address and be able to pass a criminal background check. Most positions require access to transportation and internet access.

You can apply to work for the 2020 Census on the Census Bureau's website.